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Welcome

The Port of Cascade Locks is a municipal corporation, a local governmental entity with taxing authority. There are 23 public ports in the state of Oregon, located along the Pacific coast and Columbia River system. The Port of Cascade Locks is a separate entity from the City of Cascade Locks, although the two agencies do work together closely. The Port’s mission is economic development for the entire port taxing district, which extends from the Columbia River in the north, to the peak of Mt. Hood in the south (map). Because the majority of the Port district is uninhabited National Forest, the Port focuses primarily on the incorporated scenic city of Cascade Locks, Oregon population 1,235.

The Port owns and operates the Bridge of the Gods, an iconic bridge over the Columbia River which serves as a critical transportation connection between the states of Oregon and Washington. The Port owns and maintains the popular Cascade Locks Marine Park which contains riverfront lawns, historic structures, campground, boat ramp, marina, beach, public art, and historical museum. The Port owns the Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge paddlewheel river boat, leased to the Portland Spirit for seasonal day cruise operations from Cascade Locks. The Port also has a variety of facilities available for your year-round private special event rentals.

The Port strives to be a “business-friendly engine for economic development.” As such, the Port of Cascade Locks has the authority to buy, develop, lease, and sell property. The Port strives to recruit new businesses to town, while also supporting existing local businesses. Benefits of the Port’s economic development activities include: new family-wage year round jobs, infrastructure investments to support development, resources for new and growing businesses, increased utility revenue to support City of Cascade Locks’ services, increased commerce to local companies, a supportive community partner, as well as enhanced recreation and tourism activities within the region. The Port of Cascade Locks is an active participant in regional conversations pertaining to economic development, transportation, and tourism in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.

The Port is governed by a policy-setting board of 5 elected Port Commissioners. The Port Commission holds two regular public meetings per month on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, at 6pm at the Cascade Locks City Hall Council Chambers. On average, the Port employs approximately 20 staff between the full time, part time, and seasonal positions each year. Available employment opportunities are posted year round, as they arise.

The mission of the Port of Cascade Locks is to:

• Operate in a fiscally prudent manner to ensure its continuity
• Facilitate effective infrastructure and transportation solutions
• Recruit businesses to create family wage jobs and economic growth within the district and region
• Create economic growth opportunities for existing businesses within the Port District
• Enhance tourism and recreation for the Columbia River Gorge region
• Provide leadership and create partnerships within the region for economic development
• Utilize our natural resources

Port 10 Year Vision Statement (11/2013)

In the year 2023…The Port of Cascade Locks, located in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, is a business friendly engine for economic development. The Port is responsible for the creation of more than 500 jobs within the community of Cascade Locks in the last ten years. The Port’s success is due largely to collaborative partnerships and grant funding for stable infrastructure. The industrial park is now served by a full interchange on Interstate-84. The Bridge of the Gods is well maintained, adequately funded, and serves as a regional economic resource. The Port’s ongoing efforts have contributed to a vibrant downtown. The beautiful community of Cascade Locks has national recognition as one of the best places to live, work, and recreate.

News

Heart of the Gorge Sailing will be returning for their second season in Cascade Locks on Memorial Day Weekend. Now is a good opportunity to get a unique perspective of the majestic Gorge that many of us call home. Offering 2 hr cruises 7 days a week, you’ll be able to find a time that fits your schedule. The Wy’East is a 38′ Catalina that comfortable accommodates up to 6 guests. The crew is happy to welcome special events such as birthdays, anniversaries or weddings. To find out more, visit their website at heartofthegorgesailing.com.

Mid-Columbia Economic Resiliency Team is helping plan and host a Business Adaptation Training to help local businesses understand and adapt to the new guidelines and challenges presented by COVID-19. Please register here and circulate this email/announcement to your networks!

Join Mayor Cramblett and President Groves in the Question and Answer session regarding Gradually Reopening Cascade Locks at 5:30pm tonight on Facebook Live. Attached is the final draft of the plan the leaders will discuss. Final Draft Reopening Plan

The Port of Cascade Locks is a business-friendly engine for economic development.

Port Calendar

Announcements

BRIDGE IMPACT REPAIR PROJECT

The Bridge of the Gods will be closed nightly during the following dates and times for bridge truss repairs resulting from a previous overhead strike by a truck:
May 11th through May 28thMonday thru Thursday Nights only9:30PM to 5:30AM for Full Bridge Closures
The Bridge will remain open on Friday and Saturday nights throughout the project. Emergency response personnel will be allowed access to the Bridge during the night closure as quickly as we can get them across. Updates and/or changes to the closure schedule will be provided on the Port’s website
Press Release 4.9.2020